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Position Description

As the role of data in finance continues to increase, Lilly is expanding our capabilities in the space to support Finance Forward. The Associate Director Finance Data Analyst will oversee Finance data and systems in Manufacturing Finance.  The data analyst will serve as the primary point of contact for what data is available, how to access, and how to use for Manufacturing and Quality.   The role will leverage the central data management team to achieve fast results.  In addition, the role will be the local champion for tech upskilling in the area.

Key Objectives/ Responsibilities

Develop and provide expertise in Manufacturing Finance data domains: data relationships, data quality, understanding of data needs and the associated technology toolsets and methodologies.

Execute and monitor operations tasks to ensure timely availability of data in a reporting / dashboard structure to the business.

Perform thorough data validations to ensure data quality

Respond to queries from internal stakeholders

Consistently meet operations SLAs

Perform incident resolution and root cause analysis to support data and reporting operations

Execute strategy for managing the lifecycle of Manufacturing Finance data

Influence the adoption of data lifecycle management strategy for Manufacturing Finance

Leverage Descriptive analytics and visualization to provide data-based insights on planning, execution and outcomes.

Ensure alignment with global innovation roadmaps and cross-functional teams including representation on the Functional Data Champions.

Foster an innovation culture and build capabilities across global Manufacturing Finance teams.

Demonstrate deep understanding of information and material flows, processes, procedures, systems, and methods

Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies to continuously drive innovation.

Promote adoption of the finance data lake to serve data needs

Identify new data sources needed to improve financial analysis and partner with data strategy team to make data available

Serve as upskilling and ARTIE champion for Manufacturing Finance

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Analytics, Data or related fields.

Minimum of 5 years of work in data and or analytics

Proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., SQL, Python), SAP, and digital capabilities (e.g., PowerBI, Power Automate).

Demonstrated communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts to diverse audiences.

Qualified applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Lilly will not provide support for or sponsor work authorization and/or visas for this role.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in a relevant field.

Understanding of or experience in the pharmaceutical industry.

Demonstrated high learning agility with excellent analytical skills.

Excellent prioritization skills with attention to detail.

Experience in finance or support finance area

Strategic thinking with the ability to identify viable alternatives and recommend clear courses of action.

Comfort with ambiguity and working across cross-functional teams.

Strong project management skills with a proven history of leading cross-functional initiatives.

Ability to translate abstract problems into clear and actionable project plans.

Additional Information

Position located in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA

Limited travel, up to 10%.

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Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location.  The anticipated wage for this position is

Full-time equivalent employees also will be eligible for a company bonus (depending, in part, on company and individual performance). In addition, Lilly offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees, including eligibility to participate in a company-sponsored 401(k); pension; vacation benefits; eligibility for medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts); life insurance and death benefits; certain time off and leave of absence benefits; and well-being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities).Lilly reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion and Lilly’s compensation practices and guidelines will apply regarding the details of any promotion or transfer of Lilly employees.

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